Vogüé lies on the banks of the Ardèche and is nestled in an amphitheatre amid a sun-drenched limestone landscape. The Château de Vogüé is a private historic monument and a medieval fortress that was rebuilt in the 17th century.
When staying in Vogüé, you may wish to make renting a holiday apartment your top priority.
Culture and History
In the old village of Vogüé, particularly on Rue des Puces, closely packed houses and old arcades reveal medieval origins. Vogüé is also home to a remarkable Romanesque chapel with stained-glass windows by Alfred Manessier. Jean Chièze’s collection can also be discovered in Vogüé.
Nature and Water
Plage du Vieux Pont is a river bathing area with a sandy beach in the heart of Vogüé. Plage du Vieux Pont has a picnic area, toilets and parking spaces.
Cycling and Hiking
The Via Ardèche has Vogüé as its hub and is a signposted, secure route that can be used without cars. The “Vogüé and Rochecolombe” cycling tour starts and ends at Place des sœurs Testud in Vogüé-Gare.
The “Au-delà du Château” hike offers views of the village of Vogüé, the Château de Vogüé, the Ardèche, the Auzon Valley and the Plateau des Gras.
Nougat and Crafts
Le Genêt d’Or is an artisanal nougat maker in Vogüé that has been sharing the tradition of Ardèche nougat through its production and workshop tours since 1998. At Le Genêt d’Or, visitors can discover how nougat is made during a workshop visit and then sample nougat free of charge.
